Air Quote by Simon Cowell

American idol, I got fans like fantasia, read between the lines or yo' ass like fantasia.

— Rick Ross

I certainly enjoy Usher, Beyonce, Chris Brown, and there is Fantasia; these people will be around a while. They've got it. They've got the…

— Aretha Franklin

I like 'American Idol' because it's an actual talent contest.

— Joel McHale

There can always be an 'Idol' without anybody. I believe that Seacrest is probably the best host in the business.

— Nigel Lythgoe

Grace Kelly is my main inspiration, for her timeless beauty. I like Jennifer Lawrence for her fun, down-to-earth style, and Taylor Swift is always…

— Gracie Gold

Julie Chen. She's my ultimate celebrity idol. I think she's one of the most amazing interviewers and hosts ever - and would kill to…

— Tyler Oakley

I'm a huge Kelly Clarkson fan. I think she's great.

— Emily Robison

I really like Savannah Guthrie. I think that she is a very likable person.

— Lisa Kennedy Montgomery

I've dressed thousands of actors, actresses and animals, but whenever I am asked which star is my personal favorite, I answer, 'Grace Kelly.' She…

— Edith Head

I love Grace Jones. She's everything.

— CL

'American Idol' gives people really wonderful opportunities, and they shouldn't take flak for what people do with that opportunity after they leave the show.…

— Katie Stevens

I think about Ellen DeGeneres, seeing her every single day on a show. Her identity is there every day, but what leads the way…

— Janet Mock